Bechtle Summit 2026: Explore the Universe of IT

We look forward to welcoming you to Watt17. Please take your time to collect your badge, enjoy a cup of coffee, and start in a relaxed setting.

We will kick off the event with a catered lunch. Not just a quick stop, but a valuable networking opportunity where you can chat with colleagues and peers. A strong start to the afternoon, where new connections often form naturally.

Host Gijs van der Putten will welcome you and guide you through the main theme of the afternoon.

With his signature combination of humour, science and a critical perspective, he looks beyond the buzzwords to explore what AI really is, what it isn’t and where things can go hilariously wrong. 
Expect an entertaining keynote filled with recognizable examples, surprising insights and plenty of humour, leaving you with a fresh perspective on the world of AI. 

Renson is an international leader in ventilation, sun protection, and outdoor living solutions, with a strong focus on innovation and sustainability.
To modernise their IT infrastructure, Renson needed to renew their existing Dell VxRail hardware. We proposed a future-proof private cloud solution based on Dell PowerEdge servers and Dell Data Domain, offering both a traditional capital purchase model and Dell APEX, a flexible subscription-based consumption model. By selecting the Dell APEX approach, Renson significantly reduced the overall cost of ownership while gaining the flexibility to seamlessly scale their infrastructure as business needs evolve.

We’ve dedicated time during the event for you to explore the different planets at your own pace and visit all vendor booths. Take the opportunity to gather insights across the Modern Workplace, Infrastructure, and Network & Security planets.

We’ve dedicated time during the event for you to explore the different planets at your own pace and visit all vendor booths. Take the opportunity to gather insights across the Modern Workplace, Infrastructure, and Network & Security planets.

In his closing keynote, Luka takes a practical look at Applied AI and how organisations can use AI to optimize real business processes. Through industry-specific use cases, practical applications and real success stories, he will make AI tangible and show how organisations can turn AI opportunities into measurable business impact. 
Expect concrete examples, fresh insights and practical takeaways that you can apply within your own organisation. 

We will round off the afternoon with networking drinks in a relaxed setting. An ideal opportunity to continue discussions with speakers, experts and other participants, make new connections and discuss concrete next steps.